In the Loop

As Saskatchewan moves toward developing zero-emission nuclear power through small modular reactors (SMRs), the need for homegrown research capacity, specialized training, and innovation has never been clearer.

New funding and support announced on January 19, 2026, will create the Small Modular Reactor – Safety, Licensing and Testing (SMR-SLT) Centre at the University of Regina, with investments from SaskPower, Prairies Economic Development Canada, Innovation Saskatchewan, and support from Canadian Nuclear Laboratory. The Centre will help lay the foundation for Saskatchewan to become a global player in water-cooled SMR development.

At the heart of this work is Dr. Arthur Situm, Canada Research Chair in Small Modular Reactor Safety and Licensing, whose leadership is expanding the University of Regina’s nuclear research capacity at a pivotal moment for the province.

Check out the video below to hear more about Situm’s work:

To learn more about the project and funding announcement, read the full story in Discourse Magazine.

Banner image: Dr. Arthur Situm, Canada Research Chair in Small Modular Reactor Safety and Licensing. Credit: University Communications and Marketing.